Mercury MerCruiser D2.8L D-Tronic Service Manual page 256

ENGINE MECHANICAL
2. Prepare hardware following instructions a. - d.:
IMPORTANT: Cylinder head bolts may be installed as many as three times, and then
must be replaced with new bolts. Replace if any doubt exists.
a. Thoroughly clean all cylinder head bolts and washers, including all formed
b. Using clean SAE 30W engine oil, lubricate the bolt threads and underside of bolt
c. Lubricate the threads and underside of bolt heads on all 14 mm cylinder head bolts
d. Place all parts on a clean surface or lint-free shop cloth.
IMPORTANT: Head gaskets must be installed DRY - Do NOT use any sealer on
gaskets.
IMPORTANT: Install head gaskets ONLY as shown.
3. Ensure head gaskets are installed as shown.
4. Using a screwdriver install two Cylinder Head Guide Pins 91-801333501, into 12 mm
bolt holes in cylinder block at cylinder number 1 location, as shown.
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spacer-washers (terminal bridges, three types) and cylinder head spacers (for ends
of first and last cylinder heads).
heads of all 12 mm cylinder head bolts.
with Molykote (obtain locally).
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a - Manufacturers Name - Facing Up
b - Part Number - Facing Up
a - Guide Pin, Bolt Hole Locations (Two at each cylinder)
b - Guide Pins Installed
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